Quinta do Relógio is a quinta located near the historic center of Sintra, on the Portuguese Riviera. It is classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO within the "Cultural Landscape of Sintra". Along with the nearby palaces such as Seteais Palace and the Quinta da Regaleira next to it, it is considered one of the tourist attractions of Sintra. The property consists of a romantic palace and chapel, and a park. Relógio was featured in numerous publications internationally including Variety magazine, and Architectural Digest, when pop star Madonna reportedly purchased the property.
Quinta do Relógio (2016)
The Quinta do Relógio (Etching from 1864 in Archivo Pittoresco vol. 7 by Nogueira da Silva & Pedrozo)
Main entrance with window and Arabic inscription
View towards the Quinta do Relógio from the Castle of the Moors
Quinta da Regaleira is a quinta located near the historic centre of Sintra, Portugal. It is classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO within the "Cultural Landscape of Sintra". Along with the other palaces in the area such as the Quinta do Relógio, Pena, Monserrate and Seteais palaces, it is considered one of the principal tourist attractions of Sintra.
Quinta da Regaleira
Luxuriant vegetation next to the lower gate.
The main façade of the palace.
The main entrance to the palace.
